Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Los Angeles

OpenTable

Updated March 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the most romantic in Los Angeles? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Aliotta's Via Firenze

4.9

4.9 (653)

$30 and under

Italian

Torrance / Carson

About the restaurant

Charming Italian fine dining enjoyed by business executives and romantics alike since 1999. Venetian plastered walls decorated with old world charm. Large selection of fine wines, prime steaks and seafood. If you don't see it on our menu we would be happy to make what You would like, simply ask. Salute Grazie! Chef Michael Aliotta

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PeggyVIP

Dined on Feb 15, 2025

Aliotta's is our favorite Italian restaurant in the South Bay. Mike Aliotta's food is authentic Italian and you're sure to find something perfect for what you have a taste for: homey to elegant!! Juan is the head waiter par excellance!! This place is a gem!!!

BOA Steakhouse - Sunset

4.8

4.8 (3230)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

West Hollywood

About the restaurant

Simply put, BOA is unlike any other steakhouse. We reinvented the traditional American steakhouse to fashion a distinctly unique dining experience. That experience is bold, modern and innovative. From the seductively stylish interior to the dry-aged prime steaks, BOA’s vibrant ambiance is as alluring as the cuisine itself.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

The food was amazing. My fiancé’s and I’s steaks were cooked perfectly. All the sides tasted great. Our server was attentive and we were constantly checked on by other workers as well.

Zane's Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (894)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Hermosa Beach

About the restaurant

Zane's offers fresh, simple dishes inspired by world flavors, innovative design, and a vibrant full bar.

On the corner of Pier and Hermosa Avenues in the heart of downtown Hermosa Beach, Zane’s dishes range from $11 to $49 and include such signature items as an Ahi Tuna Tartar over crispy wontons and avocado. Serving steaks cooked to perfection in an 1800 degree broiler and served with a choice of two sides; Zane's offers the freshest seafood available prepared to order, and a cioppino served in a zesty tomato broth with a combination of the freshest seafood and shellfish available.

Zane’s dessert menu boasts a warm cinnamon sugar churro, topped with vanilla bean gelato. Zane’s is open daily for dinner.

Please note: Any large party over 12 guests have a $750.00 Food and Beverage minimum. Privite loft available upon request. Zane's also offers set menu options for larger groups. Please email info@zanesrestaurant.com to inquire.

Top review

Judy

Dined on Mar 7, 2025

Zane’s truly is a neighborhood gem. Food and service is always excellent!!

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Popular dish

SH CRISPY BRUSSEL SPROUTS

Damian

4.8

4.8 (20)

$30 and under

Mexican

Downtown

About the restaurant

We are a restaurant in Los Angeles' Arts District rooted in Mexican culture while celebrating seasonal Californian produce.

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Jess

Dined 2 days ago

I very much enjoyed my meal. Everything was very good. The flavor profiles were interesting and inventive. For instance we got the squash entree. The pine nuts on top really made the dish absolutely delicious. The artichoke appetizer was great too! I didn't love the dessert, but it wasn't bad. And it was oddly cold inside, which was a bummer because it was a rainy cold day. Overall, it was reasonably priced for upscale dining, and the service was very good. I would certainly go again if in town.

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Arcadia

4.7

4.7 (51)

$30 and under

American

Arcadia

About the restaurant

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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Augustine

Dined on Feb 15, 2025

Service was great and not a thing was forgotten. It was a nice evening and meal!

The Black Cat

4.7

4.7 (64)

$30 and under

American

Silver Lake

About the restaurant

The Black Cat is a well-traveled American tavern with a Silver Lake point of view. Located at the heart of Sunset Junction, The Black Cat is a neighborhood bar and restaurant offering everyday but informed food alongside hand-crafted cocktails, eclectic wines, and exciting craft beers. Indoor and outdoor seating available. Free on-site parking is available at the corner of Sunset and Hyperion. We are a 21 and over establishment only. No kittens please.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Jan 30, 2025

Good drinks and ambience! It’s very loud though! Overall a nice time!

Market Venice

4.7

4.7 (17)

$31 to $50

Italian

Venice

About the restaurant

Tucked under the arches in one of the oldest buildings in Venice, you find Market — a modern Italian restaurant. The plates are a modern twist on Italian cuisine, designed to be shared European family-style.

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Blanca

Dined on Feb 23, 2025

I just love this restaurant! It always is a guarantee on good food, good ambiance and good service. Scratch that good is not good enough!!! It’s an excellent spot with awesome vibes and the food is sooo delicious you keep eating even if you’re not hungry anymore! I always love coming here because I always have the best time! Thank you for existing!!!

BOA Steakhouse - Manhattan Beach

4.7

4.7 (331)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Manhattan Beach

About the restaurant

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Edward

Dined on Mar 9, 2025

Oz our server was amazing. The food was great. An overall great evening.

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Popular dish

Goat Cheese Baklava

Baracoa Cuban Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (156)

$31 to $50

Cuban

Palmdale

About the restaurant

Baracoa offers a culinary journey like no other, transporting guests from the heart of Palmdale straight to the vibrant Caribbean. Known for its fine Cuban cuisine, exquisite craft cocktails, bold espresso, & live music, Baracoa is more than just a restaurant—it's an experience.

Guests are welcomed by foodservice professionals who take pride in delivering hard-to-find hospitality, ensuring every one feels at home. The addition of the stunning outdoor patio elevates the dining experience, offering the perfect setting to enjoy Baracoa’s flavorful dishes & refreshing drinks with the view of the inspiring San Gabriel mountains. Whether savoring a meal with a special date, loved ones, hosting a private event, or simply relaxing, the patio sets the stage for unforgettable memories.

Baracoa is where valuable traditions meet modern inspiration, and every bite tells a story of family, Cuban culture & passion. Discover the best experience in the Antelope Valley, only at Baracoa.

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Juan Carlos

Dined on Feb 15, 2025

Overall it was a good experience the food and drinks where really good. The service was fast and professional, food came on-time and the place has a very elegant feeling inside perfect for date nights and family dinning. The only thing my wife and I did not like was that we ordered 2 mojito drinks and when we got the bill it showed we ordered 2 Bacardi drinks for $16 & 1 mojito drink for $14, at first I felt like I got charged for two drinks I did not order. The server explained to me that she “thinks” it’s because they charge you for the type of alcohol seperate and then for the drink you want?!? Which is confusing but other than that everything was good!

KAVIAR Pasadena

4.6

4.6 (569)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Pasadena

About the restaurant

Upscale Japanese kitchen serving up an exquisite selection of sushi and fusion masterpieces. We are the pinnacle of quality, and the cornerstone of service. Join us and create incredible memories in our peaceful and cozy environment.

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DanielleVIP

Dined on Mar 2, 2025

We can’t say enough WONDERFUL things about KAVIAR. It’s one of our favorite restaurants! The service is always impeccable and the food is top-notch! Thank you so much for the wonderful service and experience as usual! We love the caviar service and yellowtail sashimi. The mango chile halibut sashimi is also incredible! You can’t go wrong with any choice!

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